Therapeutic Riding & Equine Therapy | Cherokee Outlaw Ranch

Therapeutic Riding

A Healing Journey — One Step, One Hoof at a Time

At Cherokee Outlaw Ranch, we believe healing happens when two beings, both learning to trust again, meet in a space filled with patience, understanding, and quiet strength.

Through our therapeutic riding and equine therapy sessions, we create a safe, supportive space where children, teens, and adults can grow emotionally, socially, and physically — all with the help of our rescue horses.

90 minutes long and call for pricing.

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What is Equine Therapy?

Equine therapy, also known as therapeutic horsemanship, is a unique experience that helps individuals build:

Emotional regulation
Confidence and self-esteem
Communication skills
Physical balance and coordination
Trust and genuine connection

Who We Work With

We welcome people from all walks of life, aged 5 to 99, and every session is tailored to the unique emotional, mental, or physical needs of the individual.

At-risk Youth & Teens

We guide young people through emotional challenges, helping them build life skills, develop empathy, and find purpose through consistent connection with horses.

Neurodivergent Individuals

From children on the autism spectrum to those with ADHD or sensory processing challenges, our sessions help build focus, calm, and confidence in a non-judgmental space.

Survivors of Trauma

We offer a safe, peaceful environment for those healing from abuse, neglect, or emotional trauma — with horses that have often walked the same path.

Veterans & First Responders

Our ranch provides a quiet escape from the pressures of daily life, giving veterans and first responders a space to breathe, regulate, and reconnect.

Individuals with Physical Disabilities

With gentle horses and patient guidance, our sessions support balance, mobility, and motor development — both on the ground and in the saddle.

Adults Seeking Mental Wellness

Whether you’re facing depression, anxiety, burnout, or grief, equine therapy offers calm structure, grounding, and a return to self.

Groundwork-Based Healing

Not everyone is ready to ride — and that’s okay.

Our groundwork and horsemanship sessions are just as powerful as riding.
These sessions focus on:

Grooming & Horse Care

Learn how to properly brush, clean, and care for your horse while building a calm, trusting connection through hands-on interaction.

Handling & Bonding

Gain confidence in leading, haltering, and working safely around horses while forming a relationship built on mutual respect and patience.

Horse Body Language & Trust-Building

Understand what your horse is saying through subtle cues — and how your energy, presence, and consistency lay the foundation for trust.

Instructor: Makaila Fenwick

Makaila Fenwick teaches full horsemanship lessons that go beyond the saddle — covering everything from grooming to trail riding. Her sessions are 90 minutes and cover: